Traditional Meatloaf Recipe
Today's meatloaf recipe is incredibly simple and doesn't require any complex techniques. Using a traditional method, it brings you back to authentic flavors. It's quick to make, classic, and delicious—sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
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Some people might say, "Isn't meatloaf just a chunk of meat? How good can it really be?" But let me tell you, it’s truly delicious! Tender, juicy, and flavorful, meatloaf is also very filling and loved by many. Today, we’ll go over all the tips and tricks for making this dish, helping you easily create a perfect meatloaf.
1.What is meatloaf?
Meatloaf is a classic Western dish typically made from a mixture of ground meat, breadcrumbs, onions, and eggs. The ingredients are mixed together, shaped into a loaf, and then baked in a pan. During baking, it's common to brush the top with tomato sauce or other condiments to enhance flavor and keep the meatloaf moist.
Meatloaf is usually tender and juicy because the meat releases its juices during cooking, which are absorbed by the breadcrumbs. This helps maintain the shape and lock in excess fat. Considered a staple of Western home cooking, meatloaf is often served with mashed potatoes, vegetables, or topped with sauces, making it both a popular and nutritious dish.
2.How to make meatloaf at home
In the recipe below, you'll find detailed ingredient lists and step-by-step instructions. Here’s a brief overview of the process:
Mix all the ingredients together until well combined, then press the mixture into a loaf pan
Prepare the sauce and evenly spread it over the top of the meatloaf.
Place the loaf pan in a preheated oven and bake until the center of the meatloaf is fully cooked and no longer pink.
3.Ingredients
To make this meatloaf, you will need the following ingredients:
Main Ingredients: Ground pork, ground beef, bacon, eggs.
Vegetables: Oats, onions, green bell peppers, sweet peppers.
Seasonings: Cooking oil, salt, black pepper, vegetable sweet sauce, tomato sauce, soy sauce, tomato ketchup.
4.How to prevent meatloaf from falling apart
To keep your meatloaf from falling apart, try these tips:
Use Adequate Binders: Incorporate enough eggs or breadcrumbs, which act as "glue" to hold the meat together.
Choose Finely Ground Beef: Opt for finely ground beef or double-ground beef. Coarser ground beef doesn't mix well with binders and can cause the meatloaf to crumble when sliced.
Chop Onions Finely: Make sure to chop the onions as finely as possible. Large chunks of onion can disrupt the structure of the meatloaf, making it harder to stay together.
5.How long to bake the meatloaf
Preheat your oven to 374°F (190°C). Bake the meatloaf for about one hour, or until it is fully cooked. The meatloaf is done when the center is no longer pink.
6.Can you prepare meatloaf in advance?
Absolutely. Once the meatloaf is cooked, let it cool, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can also freeze any leftovers; in the freezer, it will keep for up to 3 months.
7.How to Store and Reheat Meatloaf
Storage: If you have leftover meatloaf, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, or place it in a sealed container. Store it in the refrigerator where it will keep for 3-4 days.
For freezing, wrap the meatloaf in at least one layer of plastic wrap, followed by at least one layer of aluminum foil. Place the double-wrapped meatloaf in a labeled freezer bag. It can be stored in the freezer for 3-4 months.
Reheating: Preheat your oven to about 350°F (180°C). Place the meatloaf on a baking sheet and heat in the oven for about 5-10 minutes, or until thoroughly warmed. If the meatloaf has been frozen, be sure to thaw it before reheating.
8.What to serve with meatloaf
Pair this classic meatloaf recipe with hearty sides such as mashed potatoes and roasted or sautéed vegetables. Our favorite side dishes for meatloaf include:
Chinese Spinach and Peanut Salad
9.More Delicious Meat Recipes
Peking Shredded Pork (Cheater's Version)
Here is the detailed recipe for making meatloaf. Get started on your delicious dish!
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INGREDIENTS
MAIN INGREDIENTS
- 250g ground pork
- 250g ground beef
- 60g bacon
- 60g (1) egg
- 60g milk
ACCESSORIES
- 60g oats
- 50g onion
- 20g green pepper
- 20g bell pepper
SEASONINGS
- 10g cooking oil
- 2g salt
- 1g black pepper
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Sweet Sauce
- 2.5 tbsp tomato sauce
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
DIRECTIONS
STEP 1
First, take 60g of oats and pour them into a bowl.
Tip:
For accuracy, it's best to use an electronic scale to measure the ingredients.
STEP 2
Pour 60g of milk into the oats, stir well, and set aside.
STEP 3
For the veggies: Prepare 20g of onion, 20g of green pepper, and 20g of bell pepper.
STEP 4
Wash them thoroughly and dice into small pieces.
STEP 5
Heat a pan, add 10g of cooking oil, and stir-fry the onion, green pepper, and bell pepper.
STEP 6
Stir-fry for about 3 minutes until just tender, then remove from the pan and set aside.
Tip:
Stir-fry for around 3 minutes until the veggies are just cooked.
STEP 7
In a large bowl, add 250g of ground pork and 250g of ground beef.
STEP 8
Add 2g of salt and 1g of black pepper, and mix well.
STEP 9
Once mixed, add 2 tbsp of Vegetable Sweet Sauce and 2.5 tbsp of tomato sauce, and stir until combined.
STEP 10
Crack in one egg (around 60g) and mix thoroughly.
STEP 11
Then, add the prepared oats soaked in milk and mix well again.
STEP 12
Add 1 tsp of soy sauce and stir until well combined.
STEP 13
Add the stir-fried vegetables and mix once more.
STEP 14
Cover with plastic wrap and let it sit for 30 minutes.
STEP 15
After 30 minutes, lay 60g of bacon flat on the bottom of the loaf pan.
STEP 16
Evenly spread the meat mixture into the pan, ensuring there are no gaps and the surface is smooth.
STEP 17
Place the pan in the oven and bake at 374°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.
STEP 18
After 20 minutes, take the meatloaf out, brush 1 tbsp of tomato ketchup on top of the meatloaf.
STEP 19
Place it back into the oven and bake for another 20-25 minutes at 374°F (190°C).
STEP 20
When the time is up, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
STEP 21
Slice and serve your delicious meatloaf!
Recipe analyzer
- Recipes: Traditional Meatloaf Recipe
- Main Ingredients:9
- Servings per recipe:1
- Servings size:830 g
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Energy (calories)：1795 kcal
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Protein：158.49 g
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Fat：111.96 g
Why gray?
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Carbohydrates：55.72 g
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Protein: 36%644 kcal
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Fat: 55%995 kcal
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Carbohydrates: 9%155 kcal
The ratio shows whether the proportion of both fatty acids in your diet is optimal. Red color means too much of Omega 6 or too little of Omega 3. The data are rounded off and approximate.
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